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L503 FRN

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

42,734 mi
Last recorded42,734 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL503 FRN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 42,734 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 42,734 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 42,245 miles

both fork oil dust seals cracked

Fail 3 May 2016 42,245 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

both fork oil dust seals cracked

Pass 7 May 2015 40,054 miles

fork oil dust seals cracked

Pass 21 May 2014 37,167 miles

fork dust seals cracked

Fail 21 May 2014 37,167 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

fork dust seals cracked

Fail 15 May 2013 34,573 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2013 34,573 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 12 May 2012 30,945 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 26,870 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 May 2011 26,868 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2010 23,692 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 23,692 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 20,470 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 20,432 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 17,083 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,344 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2006 12,119 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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L503 FRN is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 34,555 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L503 FRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L503 FRN registered?

L503 FRN is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L503 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L503 FRN shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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